The Difference Between Ordinary And Extraordinary

Established in 1933 by leaders in the veterinary profession, AAHA is the only organization to accredit companion animal veterinary hospitals. To become AAHA accredited, companion animal hospitals undergo regular, comprehensive onsite evaluations by AAHA veterinary experts who evaluate each practice on more than 900 standards of veterinary care. Only 15% of veterinary practices in the United States and Canada) are AAHA accredited.

AAHA’s mission is to:

●    Enhance the abilities of veterinarians to provide quality medical care to companion animals

●    Enable veterinarians to successfully conduct their practices and maintain their facilities with high standards of excellence

●    Meet the public’s needs as they relate to the delivery of small-animal veterinary medicine

AAHA seeks to lead the profession in the provision of the highest quality of care for companion animals by improving standards of care, championing accreditation, and supporting our member practices in all aspects of this pursuit.